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• 16 Mar 2025

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  Too fact specific, I can't generalise.:

  Normally, GCSEs must be taken at an accredited exam centre. However, Pearson states that they offer remote invigilation, which suggests that exams can be taken at home.

  Pearson Remote Invigilation.

  I am only aware of what the company itself claims, but it appears that sitting an examination remotely is a possibility. That said, I strongly recommend that anyone considering this option thoroughly familiarise themselves with all the necessary steps to ensure it can be successfully arranged, taking into account the specific circumstances of the child or young person. Furthermore, parents and young people should explore whether other companies may also offer this service.

  Reasonable steps (often referred to as reasonable adjustments) need to be taken if a child or young person is subject to a disadvantage during the process of taking an examination due to the effects of their disability. This does not mean that the examination itself is altered; rather, the process the child or young person needs to follow when taking the exam can be modified to avoid the said disadvantage.

  It follows that sitting an examination at home could—I stress could, as it will depend on the individual circumstances—be considered a reasonable adjustment.

  Sean Kennedy

  

  Sean Kennedy
  Talem Law

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